Divorce Care Group for Kids
WHEN: Thursday evenings from 6:00-7:00 pm
September 17-Oct. 29 th
WHO: Children between the ages of 7-11 yrs of age whose parents are separated or
Divorced
Where: Stenzel Clinical Services
TOPICS INCLUDE
Learning the lingo of separation & divorce: Terms such as custody, Guardian ad litem, parenting plan, decree, mediator, child support, visitation, etc. can be confusing for kids of any age, especially those who are in elementary school. We will help your child learn the meaning of such terms and help put their mind at ease when they hear you use them.
Moving Day: What happens to a child emotionally when one parent moves out of the home? We will discuss such feelings and help your child adjust to visiting mom or dad in their new environment.
Is this my fault? : Some children irrationally believe that the separation/divorce is their fault no matter how many times parents reassure them. Let us help your child with this belief and process accompanying emotions.
ROLES: We will help your children learn healthy boundaries if one parent talks negatively about another. In addition, we will assist your child to learn how to say no to being a “messenger of communication” between co-parents.
Holidays: Whether this is your child’s first year of sharing holidays or fifth it can still be difficult. We help your child learn how to make the most of dividing their birthday, Thanksgiving, Christmas, etc.
New Relationships: Whether one or both parents begin to date, it can be emotionally confusing for a child. We will help them process feelings related to mom or dad’s significant other. If applicable to group members, we will also discuss step-families.
COST: The seven week group will cost $325.00, which will include class materials.
FACILITATED BY: Jennifer Stenzel, LCPC and Anne Shragal, Intern
To register call Jennifer at 630-588-1201 ext 311
